The nine-session program, called ORBIT, will teach "the skills required to start or grow a successful technology-focused business," according to the university.

Kettering UniversityAmanda Emery | temery@mlive.com

ORBIT will run from Oct. 10 through Dec. 12 in Kettering University’s Campus Center Room A. The program is free and open to Michigan residents.

Neil Sheridan, director of Kettering’s Techworks program, said participants will learn about making an innovative concept into an effective tech business which will create jobs in the state.

“We provide this course to unlock the business potential of Michigan’s innovation workers. Our next employers start here,” Sheridan said in a news release.

“The strategic thinking, networking opportunities and persuasive communication that participants develop during the course are beneficial to any professional interested in working at a growth company,” said Alexander Masters, a course instructor.

The course will include presentations from expert guest speakers each week. These will include an entrepreneur, venture capitalist, patent attorney and investor.

The course is possible through support from the Michigan Strategic Fund and the Michigan Economic Development Corp.

Sessions will be every Wednesday from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m., Oct. 10 through Dec. 12.